Head of Department- Senior Schooling

3 weeks ago

Ipswich, Australia Queensland Government Full time

Springfield Central State High School invites applications for this key leadership role as Head of Department - Senior Schooling Pathways.

You will drive senior student engagement and achievement across Years 10 to 12, supporting staff to deliver diverse, high-quality learning and post-school pathways, including university, vocational education, and employment.

You will build strong partnerships with students, families, and the wider community to ensure every learner is equipped to succeed.

Be part of one of South-East Queensland's fastest-growing, most vibrant, and well-connected communities.

This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 6 Octboer 2025 until 12 December 2025, with possibility of extension, unless otherwise determined.

About Us

Springfield Central State High School fosters a dynamic and inclusive learning community where students strive for excellence across all aspects of their education. We empower young people with the skills, values, and confidence to succeed in an ever-evolving world. By upholding high academic standards, applying innovative teaching practices, and promoting a culture of respect and responsibility, we prepare students for life beyond school—whether through further education, careers, or global opportunities.

We offer a vast range of extra-curricular activities that encourage students to explore their passions, develop leadership skills, and build lifelong friendships. From sports and performing arts to STEM initiatives and leadership programs, students have every opportunity to shine beyond the classroom.

At Springfield Central SHS, we create a supportive and aspirational environment where every student feels valued, encouraged, and equipped to achieve their personal best. Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and innovation shapes the leaders of tomorrow.

Everything We Do Aligns With Our School's Improvement Priorities

Believe - all Springers can learn, improve and achieve.

Belong - all Springers are valued and included.

Become - all Springers are future-orientated.

Your opportunity

As Head Of Department - Senior Schooling Pathways, You Lead Targeted Initiatives To Improve Outcomes For Students In The Senior Phase Of Learning. You

  • Strengthen partnerships with industry to ensure every learner is equipped and encouraged to succeed.
  • Line manage VET delivery and the Industry Liaison Officer, overseeing engagement in vocational pathways.
  • Monitor student progression from SET Planning to Year 13 outcomes in partnership with Deputy Principals (Years 10-12).
  • Track attendance, working with year-level teams to maximise engagement, achievement, and continuity.
  • Analyse data to identify at-risk students and implement targeted interventions.
  • Monitor behaviour data for senior students, responding to trends and supporting case-managed students.
  • Support behaviour management, including student goal setting and referrals to the Wellbeing Team and support staff.
  • Champion a school-wide culture of learning and engagement focused on delivering quality outcomes for every student.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply
  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
  • Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 from the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.
  • Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the Role Description.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

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